14 Day Jewels of Thailand & Samui Island

Travel

9 days, 1 country

Accommodation

9 nights in hotels

Meals

8 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners

Transport

Mini-Coach and Ferry

Group Size

Average 24 people

Team

Expert Trip Manager

Places You’ll See

Package Includes

Small groups of maximum 22 travelers guaranteed
Round trip flights Los Angeles-Bangkok, Bangkok-Los Angeles
Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices
All intra-flights: Bangkok-Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai-Samui & Samui- Bangkok
12 nights First Class accommodations
- 4 nights Bangkok
- 2 nights Chiang Rai
- 3 nights Chiang Mai
- 3 nights Samui
Hotel taxes, fees & service charges
Hotel porterage
All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates†
26 meals: 12 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 8 dinners
Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned vehicles
Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout
Comprehensive, guided sightseeing and entrance fees per itinerary
Active itinerary with unique cultural features
Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring

Tour Highlights

Thanks to our small group size, we can get to the heart of our destination, visit places that other tours miss, and get to know the locals.

Tour Bangkok’s elaborate Grand Palace complex and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha
Visit serene Wat Po, home of the astonishing giant Reclining Buddha, over 150 feet long
Witness the colorful scene of the enchanting Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Travel to the countryside where you will visit the Mae Chan Hill Tribe communities
In Chiang Mai, visit the iconic Doi Suthep Temple, northern Thailand’s most sacred temple
Explore Doi Inthanon National Park with it’s scenic trails & pagodas
During a cooking class, a skilled chef will teach you how to prepare authentic Thai dishes
Explore the tropical paradise of Samui, a resort island located in the Gulf of Thailand
Embark on a heartwarming experience at a local elephant sanctuary and get introduced to this ethical program
Partake in a demonstration on how coconut oil is made and create your own coconut oil to take home

♦Flights from the USA may arrive on DAY 3. Included sightseeing commences in the morning on day 3

†Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates if pre/post accommodations are booked through Gate 1 Travel

Not Included:
Gratuities.

Is This Trip Right for You?

Things to Consider: This tour includes animal-related activities which carry inherent risks, as animal behavior can be unpredictable. You may choose not to participate. There are a several long tail boat rides included in this tour, which require agility to embark and disembark. People who have knee problems may want to carry a walking stick. The altitude at Doi Inthanon, at 8,400 feet, may be a concern for those with heart conditions or sensitivity to high elevations. If you have any concerns about traveling to high altitudes, please consult with your health care provider.

Pace & Terrain: Expect 3-4 hours of walking on included sightseeing days, as well as considerable time standing. You’ll walk on uneven terrain, steep steps or slopes, and cobblestone streets.